Serves as a Temporary Recreation Assistant (Head Lifeguard) in the Aquatics Department of the Hale Koa Hotel. This announcement is open from 4/15/26 to 4/18/2026 to current Hale Koa Hotel employees only.
Summary
Serves as a Temporary Recreation Assistant (Head Lifeguard) in the Aquatics Department of the Hale Koa Hotel. This announcement is open from 4/15/26 to 4/18/2026 to current Hale Koa Hotel employees only.
As head lifeguard, oversees the accomplishment of work and evaluate pool operation efficiencies. Assist manager by insuring adequate staffing of operations with personnel and the safety of users. Directs lifeguards as required in the performance of their duties. Performs checks and makes adjustments in water quality levels and insures that the pump rooms are maintained and operational. As head lifeguard, supports the management team in decision making and responding to concerns of guests and users. As lifeguard, responsible for the life guarding of guests at the pools. Rescues swimmers and administers first aid as required. Coordinates and conducts aquatic swimming and water survival training. Attends and or arranges for the conduct of aquatics and safety training. Maintains peak physical condition. Maintains daily logs and records as required. Carries out work in accordance with policies, regulations, directives, and requirements. Exercises judgment on routine matters where discretion is permitted. Keeps manager informed of events or items of significance. Enforces and carries out policy and requirements. Issues towels and checks identification as required. Responsible for the safeguarding and protection of funds, property and personnel.
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required upon appointment
Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
A physical examination may be required
Must be able to obtain a Tier 1 background investigation.
Must be able to work weekdays, weekends, holidays and various hours of the day and week when required.
Satisfactory completion of employment verification (E-Verify) check
Lifeguard must have good vision (based upon as acceptable standard of 20/40 vision or better, either corrected (with glasses or contacts) or uncorrected).
Qualifications
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following:
1. Must obtain an American Red Cross "Lifeguard" certification or nationally recognized equivalent (i.e., Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification) within a month.
2. Must obtain an American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer" (CPR-Pro) certification or nationally recognized equivalent (i.e., Ellis & Associates (CPR) Certification) within a month.
3. Must obtain an American Red Cross "Automated External Defibrillator" (AED) certification or nationally recognized equivalent i.e., Ellis & Associates AED certification within a month.
4. Must have 12 months of experience in pool operation as a lifeguard with experience in swimming instruction and pool maintenance.
5. Must be able to use sound judgment, accomplish tasks within established timeframes, and possess good people skills requiring the ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and grammatically correct manner. Must have experience with office functions such as preparing and managing reports.
6. Must possess or have the ability to obtain an American Red Cross "Oxygen Administration" certification or nationally recognized equivalent i.e., Ellis & Associates Oxygen Administration certification within two weeks of employment.
7. Must be able to complete a 500 yd. swim test prior to each scheduled shift.6. Must be able to perform all lifeguard and CPR exercises.
8. Within 6 months of hire must obtain a pool operator's license.
9. A Lifeguard Instructor certificate is preferred.
10. Must have experience with office functions such as preparing and managing reports.
Additional information
Area of Consideration:
This job is open to candidates who live in this commuting area (the Island of Oahu). If determined that area of consideration is to be expanded, all candidates will be considered. If you reside outside of the local commuting area, relocation costs will be at your expense.
PCS Costs:
Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based upon a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
Allowances and Differentials:
This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It
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Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities. Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the link below.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement.
Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count.
Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.
Expedite Your Hiring
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your application.
Required DocumentsRequired documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
Resume
Other Accepted DocumentsOther accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
Cover Letter
DD-214/ Statement of Service
DA Form 3433
PCS Orders
Professional Certification
Resume
Separation Notice (RIF)
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below: 1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Announcement # WENAFP42612937068.The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on04/18/2026 to receive consideration.
Click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application.
Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the IncludePersonal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account and designate the document type when submitting your application
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status
2. Manually: A manual application may be obtained by contacting the servicing Human Resources Office listed on this announcement. If you are applying manually, all required documentation must be received no later than 4:00 PM, Hawaii Standard Time to the Human Resources Office, on the closing date of this announcement.
Our Next Steps to Review Your Application and Keep You Informed
Application Review
Once you submit your application, the system will automatically review your answers to the application questionnaire to determine if you meet the basic qualifications for the job.
If you meet the qualifications, your application will move to the next step, where our HR representatives will carefully review your experience, skills, education (if applicable), and how well you match the job requirements.
Keeping You Informed
If you provided an email address, you'll receive a confirmation email letting you know we've received your application.
As your application moves through the hiring process, we'll send you updates and notifications via email.
Processing times may vary, but we'll do our best to keep you informed every step of the way.
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We're excited about your interest in this position and look forward to reviewing your application!
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement.
Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count.
Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.
Expedite Your Hiring
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your application.
Required DocumentsRequired documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
Resume
Other Accepted DocumentsOther accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
Cover Letter
DD-214/ Statement of Service
DA Form 3433
PCS Orders
Professional Certification
Resume
Separation Notice (RIF)
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below: 1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Announcement # WENAFP42612937068.The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on04/18/2026 to receive consideration.
Click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application.
Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the IncludePersonal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account and designate the document type when submitting your application
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status
2. Manually: A manual application may be obtained by contacting the servicing Human Resources Office listed on this announcement. If you are applying manually, all required documentation must be received no later than 4:00 PM, Hawaii Standard Time to the Human Resources Office, on the closing date of this announcement.
Our Next Steps to Review Your Application and Keep You Informed
Application Review
Once you submit your application, the system will automatically review your answers to the application questionnaire to determine if you meet the basic qualifications for the job.
If you meet the qualifications, your application will move to the next step, where our HR representatives will carefully review your experience, skills, education (if applicable), and how well you match the job requirements.
Keeping You Informed
If you provided an email address, you'll receive a confirmation email letting you know we've received your application.
As your application moves through the hiring process, we'll send you updates and notifications via email.
Processing times may vary, but we'll do our best to keep you informed every step of the way.
Your Next Steps to stay on Top of Your Application
Check Your Contact Information
If your contact information changes after the job announcement closes, let us know as soon as possible.
Ensure You Receive Updates
Double-check that your email address is accurate and that your inbox can receive messages from us.
Make sure your mailbox isn't full and check your spam or junk folder to avoid missing important updates about your application.
3. Sign Up for Text Alerts
Want to stay ahead in the hiring process? In your USAJOBS profile, you can sign up to receive text alerts about jobs you applied to or tasks you need to complete.
We're excited about your interest in this position and look forward to reviewing your application!
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
